1οΈβ£ Heat olive oil in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium heat. π³
2οΈβ£ Season chicken with salt and pepper, to taste. π
3οΈβ£ Add chicken to the stockpot and cook until golden, about 2-3 minutes; set aside. π½οΈ
4οΈβ£ Add garlic, bell pepper, and onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 3-4 minutes. π²
5οΈβ£ Stir in red curry paste and ginger until fragrant, about 1 minute. πΆοΈ
6οΈβ£ Stir in chicken broth and coconut milk, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. π₯
7οΈβ£ Stir in chicken. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until reduced, about 10 minutes. π₯
8οΈβ£ Stir in rice noodles, fish sauce, and brown sugar until noodles are tender, about 5 minutes. π
9οΈβ£ Remove from heat; stir in green onions, cilantro, basil, and lime juice; season with salt and pepper, to taste. π
π Serve immediately. π½οΈ
πNotes:
βοΈ Customize the soup with your favorite vegetables or tofu for a vegetarian option.
βοΈ For an extra kick, add more red curry paste or a dash of chili flakes.